Pre + Post Natal Yoga Classes

January 12, 2015 by Joanna Harrison

PRE NATAL YOGA, Saturday 13:30 – From 12 weeks of pregnancy

Please check with your midwife of GP that yoga is suitable for you and your baby.
Wear comfortable clothing you can easily move in. And maybe a snack and some water. We don’t usually have anything to eat 2 hours prior to yoga but as a pregnant lady you need to keep your energy levels up.

What to expect:

Bond with your unborn baby
Relaxes you and promotes restful sleep
Keeps your body supple and improves posture
Boosts energy levels
Can relieve common minor ailments during pregnancy e.g. Backache, swollen joints, heart burn, indigestion
Can be used to relieve pain in labour and childbirth
Relieves stress and anxiety
Helps you to keep positive, confident and empowered for the birth
Meet other expectant mothers
Share experience and make new friends

Post natal, Monday 13.30pm – 6 weeks to 9 months or crawling

A class for mums and babies from 6 weeks to 9 months or crawling.
The post natal period is a very special time for mothers and babies. During this time of great change and adjustment, it is important to find ways that both you and baby can relate. Not only will this class support mums to get back to pre-pregnancy shape, it will also alleviate tiredness and stress for both of you. Post-Natal Yoga includes gentle exercises with rhythmic movements that will enable you to practice plenty whilst in your own time.

Benefits for mum:

Strengths the back, abdominal and pelvic floor muscles
Relieves tension in shoulders and neck and back
Builds patience and inner calm
Provides an opportunity to connect with other parents
Rejuvenates the mind and increases energy

Benefits for baby:

Yoga lays a wonderful foundation for baby’s health and well – being
Helps baby sleep better
Helps relieve colic and aids digestion
Touch and movement give powerful multi-sensory stimulation